True Legacy
Whole child development
When educators view children as competent and capable, the learning program becomes a place of wonder, excitement, and joy for both the child and the educator.
At LWS Early Childhood Curriculum defines an integrated approach to teaching and learning for children with the purpose of the program is to establish a strong foundation for learning in the early years, and to do so in a safe, caring, play-based, and academically enriching environment.
Our pedagogical philosophy is inspired by the Reggio Emilia Approach and our ancient Indian wisdom where education is all about cultivating wisdom rather than simply knowing and cramming facts.Our whole child development framework is defined around these guiding principles and focuses on the development of following key foundational skills in children.
Learning through play-based inquiry
Play is a means to learning that capitalizes on students’ natural curiosity and exuberance.
We believe that student learn best when they can inquire into areas of their interest through meaningful interactions with adults and peers. Engaging young student through play-based inquiry helps create a natural love for learning in them. At LWS, educators embed opportunities for learning through play - indoors and outdoors, through structured and unstructured play. Play helps children build strong communication skills, self regulation, social skills, persistence, creativity and problem-solving skills.
Rich literacy and math experiences
Language development, literacy, and mathematical skills are foundational to a child’s growth and success in life.
They are more so important in today’s world that is driven by collaboration, communication, science and technology. At Legacy World School, we have moved away from traditional methods involving rote learning for developing these skills. Instead our literacy and math programs are integrated in all aspects of a child’s time in the school, all throughout the day. We have dedicated Math and Literacy time in the day for problem-solving and math-based inquiry and developing phonics, reading and speaking skills.
Making thinking and learning visible
Young children’s understanding is apparent in what they say, what they do, and what they depict.
Therefore at Legacy World School constantly strive towards encouraging children to express, share, and perform their understanding.
Building responsive relationships
We believe learning takes place in the context of relationships. When relationships are supportive, children are able to demonstrate their intelligence, creativity, and problem-solving abilities.
It is the role of the educator to facilitate positive relationships between the adults and children involved in the classroom. Our educators focus on creating supportive social structures that underlie every interaction and learning experience at Legacy World School. These supportive social structures reduce problem behavior and create conditions for competent behavior in children.
